CFP®-certified financial advisors working with self-employed clients in Seattle, WA
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you're self-employed, you face unique challenges like managing irregular income and planning for taxes without employer withholding. A common mistake is treating your finances like a traditional paycheck earner's, which can lead to cash flow issues or unexpected tax bills. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including tax strategies and retirement planning tailored to your situation.
- Cash flow management. Ask how they help smooth income fluctuations and plan for lean periods.
- Tax planning focus. Confirm they address federal taxes alongside Washington's capital gains and sales taxes.
- Retirement options. Explore how they evaluate retirement plans suited for self-employed individuals, not just standard employer plans.
- Business and personal finance integration. Check if they coordinate your business earnings with personal financial goals for a cohesive plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Peter W
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Mercer Island, WA
LPL Enterprise
Peter Watson's extensive 26 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the unique financial challenges faced by self-employed clients, including tax-loss harvesting and retirement planning. Operating from Mercer Island with LPL Enterprise, a large firm offering flat-fee planning and diverse investment options, he provides a blend of advisory and brokerage services that may suit clients seeking comprehensive support beyond basic financial planning.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $239,757
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Wen Liang H
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Bellevue, WA
Zion Financial Planning, LLC
Wen Liang Huang is well-equipped to assist self-employed clients in the Seattle area with his CFP® certification and 15 years of experience, including expertise in income and tax planning tailored for business owners. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, he offers personalized, goal-based financial planning that integrates tax strategies and asset management, distinguishing him from advisors who may not combine these comprehensive services.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $114,474
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Liam A
CFP®, Series 66
Bellevue, WA
Schwab Wealth Advisory
Liam Airey, a CFP® at Schwab Wealth Advisory near Seattle, offers expertise in wealth management and tax-loss harvesting, which can help self-employed clients manage irregular income and tax planning. His affiliation with a large firm provides access to integrated investment tools and a structured review process, distinguishing him from advisors with smaller firm resources or less focus on active portfolio management.
Experience: 2 years
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Terry B
CFP®
Port Orchard, WA
BradfordCrane Company LLC
Terry Bradford Crane is CFP®-certified and specializes in serving self-employed clients, offering expertise in cash flow management, debt management, and college savings plans. With 13 years of experience and a flat-fee structure starting at $5,000 per engagement, she combines her financial planning skills with a background as a naval flight officer and MBA, providing a disciplined and educational approach distinct from other advisors in the Seattle area.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $0
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